Taxi 4
Taxi 4

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Taxi 4

2007
Movie
91 min
French

Before being extradited to Africa to stand trial, a notorious Belgian criminal is entrusted to the Marseilles police department for less than 24 hours. But the wily crook convinces bumbling policeman Emilien he's a lowly Belgian embassy employee who got railroaded by the brilliant master criminal.

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IMDb5.8/10
Google Users62%
Director: Gérard KrawczykGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

Daniel, a ridiculously fast taxi driver, and his police officer friend Émilien find themselves in a race against time. A notorious Belgian criminal, known as 'The Meteor', has escaped from prison and is back to his old tricks. Émilien is determined to catch him, but his bumbling nature often gets in the way. Daniel, with his exceptional driving skills, becomes Émilien's unlikely, and sometimes unwilling, partner in pursuit.

Critical Reception

Taxi 4 received generally negative reviews from critics, with many finding it to be a formulaic and uninspired sequel that relied too heavily on past gags and car chases. Audience reception was lukewarm, with some enjoying the familiar comedic dynamic and action sequences, while others felt the franchise had run its course.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies on repetitive jokes and predictable plot points.

  • The car chase sequences are entertaining but lack originality.

  • Fails to capture the charm of earlier installments in the series.

Google audience: Google users found the film to be a decent if unremarkable entry in the 'Taxi' series. Many enjoyed the humor and action, appreciating the return of familiar characters. However, a significant portion of viewers felt the movie was too similar to its predecessors and lacked fresh ideas.

Fun Fact

The film features extensive product placement, particularly for the Peugeot 407, which serves as Daniel's taxi, showcasing its performance and features throughout the action sequences.

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